Riverside ParkThere are some gentler slopes between 92nd and 103rd Streets, but the hard-core head to Hippo Playground, where you can catch a glimpse of the Hudson as you dodge trees on your way out—er, down. Hay bales at the bottom prevent impalement on the fence beyond. 91st St at Riverside DrAprès-sled stop: Belgian beer joint B Café West(566 Amsterdam Ave between 87th and 88th Sts; 212-873-0003, bcafe.com)

91st StreetFor a quick fix, slip down 91st Street’s pedestrian-only zone. This is urban sledding in its purest form; just watch out for unsuspecting kids/dogs/elders. 91st St between Second and Third Aves Après-sled stop: Bustling Alsatian joint Café d'Alsace(1695 Second Ave at 88th St, 212-722-5133)

Fort Greene ParkAnything goes at this mellow Brooklyn spot. Grab a giant garbage bag and join the mix of families and hipsters on one of the park’s four hills, which range from beginner to painful. Or—if you’re cool with bumps and possibly broken bones—tackle the park’s treacherous staircase (you wouldn’t be the first). DeKalb Ave at Washington ParkAprès-sled stop: Sleek beer garden Der Schwarze Kölner(710 Fulton St at S Oxford St; 347-841-4495, derschwarzekoelner.com)

Queens

Forest ParkIf you don’t find it fun unless it’s illegal and perilous…bingo. This golf course is home to three hills, where sledding aficionados come to earn their stripes. Once you’ve conquered the icy “Suicide Hill” (off-limits by order of the Parks Department) you can consider yourself a pro. Forest Park Dr and 79th StAprès-sled stop: Queens’ alleged oldest bar, Neir’s Tavern & Café (87-48 78th St at 88th Ave, Woodhaven; 718-296-0600, neirstavern.com)

Crocheron ParkBayside natives swear by this open space, which offers both a moderate pitch and a steeper one for daredevils. If you’re into solitary sledding, come here to avoid the masses that dominate larger parks. 35th Ave between Cross Island Pkwy and215th St Après-sled stop: Smiley neighborhood stop Maggie May’s(21422 41st Ave at 214th Pl, 718-224-9898)

Bronx

Ewen ParkHey, lazybones, we all want to sail downward without having to hike back up a slippery slope. At this steep free fall, you’re in luck: Extreme sledders just take the stairs alongside the snowy incline. Riverdale Ave at 231st StAprès-sled stop: Cute local favorite Corner Cafe & Bakery(3552 Johnson Ave at 236th St, 718-601-2861)

Crotona ParkAs the Bronx’s most popular sledding destination (park staff have been known to show up bearing hot chocolate for sledders), the historic park’s minipeaks fill up with everyone from babies to vagabonds—prepare to share. Fulton Ave between Crotona Park North and 172nd St Après-sled stop: Family-friendly Latin joint El Nuevo Bohio (1155 Webster Ave at 167th St, 718-293-2954)